Dr. Larry Brown

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Larry Brown is a Professor of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at Brown University, serving as the Academic Director of the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and the Vice Chair of the Department. His research focuses on HIV risk behaviors among adolescents and young adults, particularly within high-risk groups. Dr. Brown conducts clinical treatment trials aimed at reducing substance use and depression among individuals living with HIV. He is also developing an innovative iPhone game intended to improve medical adherence for adolescents and young adults with HIV. His work emphasizes engagement with pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) among men who have sex with men in the South, reflecting his commitment to addressing public health concerns in these communities. He has received substantial funding from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) for research that investigates effective interventions for HIV prevention, focusing on family-based approaches and media-based strategies. Dr. Brown has been involved in multiple research projects aimed at enhancing communication and parental monitoring to reduce risk factors associated with adolescent HIV infections. He serves as a mentor and educator in the field, overseeing postdoctoral training programs and supporting the next generation of researchers in HIV-related clinical work.

Research Interests

Experience

Academic Director

2018-01-01 — Present

Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Brown University • Providence, RI

Oversees the division's academic programs and initiatives in child and adolescent psychiatry.

Vice Chair

2018-01-01 — Present

Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior • Providence, RI

Supports the chair in departmental leadership and administration.

Requirements for Brown University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Economics or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Economics